NFL fines Patriots' Brady $10K for 'aggressive slide'

NEW YORK — The NFL has fined New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady $10,000 for an "aggressive slide" in Sunday's AFC championship game against the Baltimore Ravens. The fine was announced on NFL.com. On a first-and-goal near the end of the second quarter, Brady was forced out of the pocket to his left. He ran for 3 yards but slid before he could be tackled. In the process, he raised his right leg and kicked defender Ed Reed in the thigh. Brady reportedly apologized to Reed in a text message. Patriots spokesman Stacey James says he has no information on the fine. A message was left seeking comment from a league spokesman. The Ravens won 28-13 to advance to the Super Bowl.

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